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M 5.2 earthquake - 189 km SSW of Pelabuhanratu, Indonesia

USGS reports a magnitude 5.2 earthquake at coordinates -8.5809, 105.9112, depth 10 km, located 189 km SSW of Pelabuhanratu, Indonesia. Published 2026-09-18T14:36:17.895Z.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence
10/10
Geographic reach
3/10
Global importance
4/10
Impact magnitude
4/10
Positivity
2/10
Urgency
6/10

Why it matters

Earthquakes can produce felt shaking and localized damage depending on depth, distance to populated areas, and local conditions. This event is notable for people and authorities in the affected region and for travelers in the area.

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